This was a rather disappointing kit. It comes with a small bottle of distilled white vinegar, a packet of flaked cheese salt, a small package of citric acid, a thermometer, some sisal twine, and a piece of cheese cloth, all in a small box with some straw-like stuff at the bottom. The cheesecloth has a lot of threads and straw bits stuck to the outer side, which makes you wonder how much cleaning you'll have to do of the fabric before using it. There is also a laminated card with the directions, which are very minimal. Nothing tells me what to do with the citric acid, leaving me wondering what it was included for. I could actually get the directions online in a better written form.

I haven't made the cheese, which calls for two quarts of milk, as I just got the box and opened it anxiously. I really expected something more, I guess. This was one of the most disappointing DIY kits I have ever bought.

I had originally intended this as something to do with my 5 year old granddaughter, who loves cheese. I'll probably do this cheese with her, but I'll look for another brand for more elaborate cheesemaking projects, and I certainly wouldn't give a kit from this brand after this one disappointed me. (I have given cheese making kits, along with other kits catering to the DIY spirit in the past, as gifts for a variety of occasions.)

I purchased this kit with a promotional discount in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. All of my reviews are always my honest opinion, and this one is no different.

4.0 out of 5 starsIt's saltier than you expect, but it's still a rather fun culinary experiment

28 November 2015 - Published on Amazon.com

Package came with all ingredients as described and my girlfriend and I enjoyed a spontaneous evening crafting this simple cheese. My only question is: where does the citric acid come in? The instructions did not account for the citric acid, so we ended up making the plain salty cheese sans citric acid.

One note of advice. The cheese will end up being saltier than you expect. Even I, lover of all salty snacks and delicacies, had to pair up some of this cheese with some crackers and pepper jelly. The consistency resembles feta cheese.

Overall, I was very happy to partake in a fun culinary experiment. Thanks for a nice experience and product. I received this product for a discount in exchange for an honest review.